I couldn’t escape him, now or ever. He’d always be there, consuming my every thought, my heart locked in his hands. I was drawn to him by forces I couldn’t control, let alone escape.

Jev stroked his chin. “Do I look like a summer fling?

Stay with me tonight. Let me hold you even if that’s all it is. Let me keep you safe.

I gave up something I wanted for something I need. And I need you, Angel.

I don’t have the body for this,” I quipped, lifting my chin to a voluptous woman nearby who shook her hips zealously to the beat. “No curves.”Jev’s eyes held mine. “Are you asking my opinion?